Hotel & Travel Information 

The Amway Grand Plaza, considered the finest hotel in West Michigan, sits snuggled in downtown Grand Rapids – surrounded by art museums, stunning architecture, a lively music, sports and theater scene and arguably some of the best restaurants and the very best breweries in the entire country. Not to mention the incredible scene surrounding you before you even walk out of our doors. Discover historic charm and modern comforts at this Grand Rapids hotel. Set along the Grand River, it has skywalk access to Van Andel Arena and downtown hot spots and offers nine on-site restaurants and bars. Enjoy the indoor pool, fitness center, and on-site spa.

Meetings and events will be split between the Amway Grand Plaza and the DeVos Place Convention Center, connected by a climate-controlled skywalk.

Arrive Early for a Special Experience: Consider joining us on Sunday, October 19 for a scenic cruise aboard the Star of Saugatuck. Enjoy stunning views of Saugatuck and Lake Michigan! This optional boat ride has limited capacity—ticket details will be released to members soon.

Hotel Reservation Information

We are aware that the host hotel room block may be sold out on a few of the meeting nights. Rooms will begin to open up as members finalize their travel plans, we recommend you continue to check the room block website for availability.  We have 3 options to book a hotel room below.

  1. Book at the host hotel when a room opens up (see details below)
  2. Use the following list to find another hotel in the downtown area. This list is sorted by closest to the Amway Grand: Downtown GR Hotels.
  3. Book at the overflow hotel option Courtyard Downtown Grand Rapids (see details below under Overflow Hotel)

If you have questions that need to be addressed now regarding registration or travel plans due to the block being sold out, please email us at [email protected].  In addition, if you are holding a hotel room and your plans are not final, please release the room. 

Host Hotel Amway Grand Special Attendee Rate
Available through September 17, 2025, or until the block sells out, whichever comes first.

    • Room Rate: $180 per night (plus tax) for Single/Double/Triple/Quad rooms
    • Online Registration Link: https://book.passkey.com/e/50919383
    • Special Overnight Guest Parking Rates:
      • Self-parking: $15.00 per day (Regular rate: $41.00)
      • Valet parking: $17.00 per day with unlimited in/out privileges (Regular rate: $45.00)
  • Guaranteed Reservations: All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed by a major credit card.
  • Cancellations: Individual Cancellation of reservations will be honored up to 48 hours prior to arrival.

  • MI State Tax Exempt Form: For guests that are needing to be MI State Tax Exempt, they will have to make their reservation like normal and either present the physical form at check-in or email the completed form to the front desk at [email protected] with their confirmation number. To be tax exempt, reservation must be paid for with a tax-exempt method of payment. Click here to download tax exempt form. 

Hotel Amenities
The Amway Grand Plaza offers an impressive array of amenities including:

  • Complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Celeste Salon & Spa offering treatments with river views
  • 24-hour room service
  • On-site boutique shops

Dining Options
Indulge in exceptional dining experiences at any of the hotel's nine on-site restaurants and bars, including:

  • The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck - serving healthy classics
  • Ruth's Chris Steakhouse - premium steaks and homemade desserts
  • MDRD - Spanish cuisine with stunning 27th-floor views of the Grand River
  • GP Sports pub - casual dining and drinks
  • Lumber Baron Bar and Rendezvous - stylish settings for evening cocktails

Overflow Hotel: Courtyard Downtown Grand Rapids
Available through September 18, 2025, or until the block sells out, whichever comes first.  This hotel is connected to the Amway Grand (host hotel) via skywalk. 

  • Room Rate: $180 per night (plus tax) for Single/Double/Triple/Quad rooms
  • Online Registration Link: https://book.passkey.com/e/51085998 (for attendee type select Attendee)
  • Hotel Reservation Line: 1-800-321-2211 and reference the NEAFCS Overflow Block
  • Special Overnight Guest Parking Rates: Self-parking: $15.00 per day
  • Guaranteed Reservations: All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed by a major credit card.
  • Cancellations: Individual Cancellation of reservations will be honored up to 48 hours prior to arrival.

Travel & Transportation Information 

Gerald R. Ford International Airport